brp introduces new rotax e-tec 800r snowmobile

BRP INTRODUCES NEW ROTAX E-TEC 800R SNOWMOBILE ENGINE
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(1/15/2010)

BRP INTRODUCES NEW ROTAX E-TEC 800R SNOWMOBILE ENGINE: MORE HORSEPOWER AND UP TO
37% BETTER FUEL ECONOMY

Valcourt, Qu. January 15, 2010 BRP is expanding its revolutionary E-TEC
engine technology in Ski-Doo snowmobiles with the introduction of the much
anticipated Rotax E-TEC 800R engine. This lightweight two-stroke engine uses
sophisticated electronic injectors and a powerful central computer to deliver
stunning improvements in performance, efficiency and ease-of-use. This engine
debuts in a limited build 2010 Ski-Doo MX Z X-package sled.

"This is a no compromise engine. Not only does it generate more power, but it
sets new benchmarks for fuel and oil economy," said Bob Lumley, vice-president,
Sales & Marketing, Ski-Doo/Sea-Doo. "In fact, the new E-TEC 800R engine is up to
37% better than our competitors in fuel economy," concluded Lumley.
Benefits of the 800R E-TEC engine include:
- horsepower exceeding the PowerT.E.K. 800;
- outstanding fuel economy: 19 mpg (12.3 l/100 km);
- great fuel range: 202 miles (325km);
- increased oil economy: 264 miles/quart (450 km/l);
- virtually no smoke or smell;
- lower emissions than any other 800cc snowmobile on the market;
- first pull starts every time;
- super smooth, refined idle;
- significantly lighter throttle pull;
- automatic break-in function;
- automatic summerization function.

BRP first introduced the E-TEC technology in its Evinrude outboard engines in
2003 and subsequently won the Clean Air Technology Excellence Award from the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Adapted later on for Ski-Doo snowmobiles,
it was first brought to the market in 2008 with the Rotax E-TEC 600 H.O. engine.
Since then, it has become the industry's best-selling 600cc engine and has won
numerous industry awards.

"This introduction reflects the outstanding innovative capabilities of BRP,
especially in expanding environmentally friendly technologies," said Yves Leduc,
vice- president and general manager, North America division. "Transferring
technology and know-how from one product to another demonstrates the strength
and capabilities of our design and engineering teams. It also extends our
products' leadership farther and faster."

A limited number of black 2010 Ski-Doo MX Z X snowmobiles powered by the new
engine will be available for purchase at North American BRP dealers in the next
few days.

So consumers can experience this remarkable new engine, a demo tour of the
Ski-Doo MX Z X 800R E-TEC sleds will be travelling the snowbelt for the
remainder of the winter (a schedule of events is available on ski-doo.com).
Plus, a handful of Summit E-TEC 800R models will be available as demonstration
units.

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), a privately-held company, is a
world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and
marketing of motorised recreational vehicles. Its portfolio of brands and
products includes: Ski Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea Doo watercraft and sport
boats, Evinrude and Johnson outboard engines, direct injection technologies
such as E TEC, Can Am all-terrain vehicles and roadsters, as well as Rotax
engines and karts. With manufacturing facilities on three continents, BRP
products are distributed in more than 80 countries.
visit www.brp.com or www.skidoo.com for more details




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